New.. but still Q's

[cadelmcg]

Hi, Guys,

Here's a little about me. I am from Upstate NY. Have always struggled with weight. I did Weight Watchers a year or so back. Lost about 23 lbs but fell off of the band wagon. I was contemplating going back but stumbled into flirting with the idea of a Raw Foods Diet when I was scanning through some cooking books at Barnes and Noble. I have really done some research. It sounds like it has a lot of positive pros.

I am 85% ready and excited to dive right in. I am just nervous because its essentially going vegan as well. I was brought up on hamburgers and steaks (hardcore meats). It was always meat and potatoes on my plate. I have always continued that. I do love meat, but I am willing to make that sacrifice. My family has a history of mental illness. I don't want to go down that path.

It looks like there is a lot of recipes out there. I will have to look for some inspiration out there so I do not get bored or frustrated. Is it easier and faster to go raw foods?

Also, has anyone noticed do you save more grocery shopping...or is a little expensive due to having to buy better quality foods? They say its the Raw Food "Diet", do you have to eat certain amounts of things..? or is it basically until you are satisfied? I guess are there any regulations out there besides what you eat?

Thanks Guys!

[michigan roman]

got to run but heres a quick link to budget shopping

http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.php?t=22555&highlight=budget

[sport]

There may be a raw food meetup group near you and it would help if you had the support of such a group. Check it out.

[lavendarJ]

Hi there -

I followed Alissa's (responsible for the site) simple assertion in her book to "just eat". If you start off treating this like a diet, then that's what it will become. View it as an ongoing journey, take your time and enjoy the journey - there are lots of good people on here to ask questions and just chat with.

Check Alissa's store and her books (links to the left).

[jacsam]

The best thing you could do is get Alissa's book and DVD. (You can get them together for a lower price.) You will really know what raw is all about after going through them, not only will you know all the in's and out's of raw food but you'll be able to make an educated decision as to what you jumping into. Warning.....after reading her book and watching the DVD you just won't be able to help but eat more fruits and veggies. Welcome to the forum.

[cadelmcg]

Thanks so much you guys! This is a truly a new world I am walking into, and If I do it I want to dive in and do it full fledged. Not just a little bit. I will look into getting the DVD and the budget shopping... is anyone on any kind of medications? Is it still OK to be on them as you do the raw food diet?

[Mnbordergirl]

Welcome to raw! I am doing it for the same reasons you are.

I find it a bit more expensive. I dont buy the cheap crap food (like pasta) anymore. Just fruit and veggies!

Have fun!

See you soon!

[spicyfull]

I wish you everything you need to Stay RAW...........Welcome to MY World.

[RawKnitster]

That is how I discovered raw foods, by accident at Barnes & Noble, except there are no accidents. ;)

This is way better than weight watchers. :)

Best raw wishes to you. :)